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Check Out Leaked 2017 iPhone SE Back Panel [Image]
New photo showing what appears to be the iPhone SE back panel has recently appeared on the Internet. Posted by Slashleaks, the image depicts parts made of Ion-X glass. The components are designed for the device codenamed “N79”, which is most likely the small iPhone SE. The date of the document leaked alongside the iPhone parts is April 20, 2017.
Leave a commentCheck Out New Glossy Black iPhone 8 Render [Video]
New video showing the alleged OLED iPhone 8 design has recently appeared on the Internet. The short clip was shared by OnLeaks, so we can’t be totally sure about the legitimacy of the design we see.
iPhone 8 Production to Be Delayed – Analyst
According to the latest report from usually reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple has faced serious troubles with the production and shipments of components for the upcoming iPhone 8. In fact, the analyst claims there is a “rising probability of worst-case scenario for iPhone shipments”. What this means is that the iPhone 8 may be delayed.
iPhone 8 to Have Touch ID on Back Panel After All – Analysts
According to a rather controversial report from a Hong-Kong research firm CLSA, the Touch ID fingerprint scanner on the rumored OLED iPhone 8 will be located on the back panel. The report is based on the information from Apple suppliers, but it contradicts persistent rumors about Apple’s plans to integrate Touch ID beneath the screen glass cover.
iPhone 8 Won’t be Delayed – Report
According to the latest report from a Chinese newspaper Economic Daily News, the production of the iPhone 8 will start in time for September announcement. The sales of the new handset will reportedly start in October.
iPhone 8 to Get Better Earpiece – Analysts
According to the latest report from JPMorgan, the iPhone 8 will feature an improved earpiece that will make the sound quality better and enhance the waterproofing of the device. The analysts believe the next-generation iPhone will come with AirPods instead of EarPords, however, this is quite unlikely considering the price and availability problems of the new wireless headphones.
2016 MacBook Pro Helped Apple Set New Mac Sales Record
Apple CEO Tim Cook has revealed that strong demand for the 2016 MacBook Pro units has helped the company to set a new Mac sales record. During the last fiscal quarter, Apple sold 4.2 million Mac units, which is 4% more than in the year-ago quarter. The revenue generated by Mac sales accounted for $5.8 billion. That’s 14% more than in the second fiscal quarter of 2016.
Inventec to Produce Apple’s Amazon Echo Competitor – Rumor
According to the latest report from the Chinese newspaper Economic Daily News (via ), Inventec has become the supplier of the rumored Amazon Echo competitor developed by Apple.
Apple to Announce iPhone 8 at WWDC – Analyst
According to the latest prediction made by a JPMorgan analyst, Apple may change its usual schedule and unveil the long-awaited iPhone 8 at the Worldwide Developers Conference in June. It is the first time we hear about the new data of the announcement of the new model.
Leaked iPhone 8 Case Reveals Vertical Camera Cutout
Looks like the iPhone 8 will indeed feature a vertical dual camera and the Touch ID fingerprint scanner integrated into the OLED display. A new image of the purported iPhone 8 case reveals the cutout for the redesigned camera on the back panel. No other cutouts are present on the leaked part. The image was posted by KK on Twitter, we should take it with a few pinches of salt.
iPhone 8 Mold and Its Schematic Surface Online [Images]
Several new images showing the iPhone 8 manufacturing mold and its schematic have been published by . The leaked photos look legitimate and go in line with recent rumors about the handset.
Apple Is Finalizing Design of Amazon Echo Competitor
According to the latest data shared by a well-known insider Sonny Dickson, Apple is finalizing the design of the design of its Amazon Echo competitor. The device will support Siri and AirPlay, moreover, it will have some Beats technologies integrated into it. Finally, it will work on an iOS version developed specifically for this device, Dickson added. The name or release date of the mysterious gadget remain unknown.
New iPhone 8 Schematic Leaks Online [Image]
New schematic showing something similar to the iPhone 8 rear panel has leaked online. The image is interesting as it shows the dual camera placed vertically as well as what appears to be a wireless charging component. It’s difficult to say if the component depicted below is legitimate or not as it was shared by an unknown sources on the Chinese social network Weibo. After that, it was reposted by KK Leaks, OnLeaks, and Benjamin Geskin.
Suppliers Face Difficulties with Production of Components for iPhone 8
According to the latest report from Nikkei, the long-awaited iPhone 8 will be delayed due to difficulties in the production of several key components. In particular, Samsung has troubles producing OLED panels, while other suppliers face issues with wireless charging modules and printed circuit boards.
Apple to Release Two New iPhones in 2017, Not Three – Rumor
According to a sketchy rumor from the Chinese website Micgadget.com, Apple will release two iPhone models this year, not three. Sources close to Foxconn claimed that the firm had received orders only for two high-end iPhone versions.
